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OE52 MXT

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 167,819 miles on the clock, averaging 11,420 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for OE52 MXT

MOT Status
Due date passed
167,819
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
11,420

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading167,819 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,291
Average per year11,420
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OE52 MXT 90k110k129k148k168k '06'13'10

Check OE52 MXT

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage167,819 miles
Since last MOT+13,291 miles
PASS
Mileage154,528 miles
Since last MOT+10,344 miles
PASS
Mileage144,184 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,129 miles
Since last MOT+12,341 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,788 miles
Since last MOT+15,169 miles
PASS
Mileage116,619 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,619 miles
Since last MOT+16,117 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,502 miles
Since last MOT+10,353 miles
PASS
Mileage90,149 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE52 MXT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOE — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OE52 MXT

What car is OE52 MXT?

OE52 MXT is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OE52 MXT?

The last recorded mileage for OE52 MXT was 167,819 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OE52 MXT passed its MOT?

OE52 MXT has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Mar 2013.

Is OE52 MXT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE52 MXT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is OE52 MXT?

OE52 MXT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.